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Just in time for summer, here’s a video I recorded to show you how to pre-hydrate and sodium load to train in the heat. This strategy is based on studies showing that runners who used this protocol had decreased heat stress and improved performance in hot conditions. Give it a go! This is only one […]

Now that I’ve described my personal struggles with cramping and discussed what causes running cramps I’d like to finish off the series with some recommendations on how to prevent running cramps. I’ll use myself as a case study and example. My cramping issues usually show up in long runs over 4 hours and usually on […]

Running cramps are all too common and runners are bombarded with different theories as to what causes cramping and what to do about it. If you’re a “f#*% the science” type person and don’t care what causes running cramps, go directly to Part III of this series and learn how to avoid them. But if […]